The coat of the Border Terrier is not clipped, but will require stripping out by hand twice a year. This will give the dog a new lease on life, as well as removing uncomfortable and itchy layers of dead coat. When the hairs start to form a natural parting and fall into clumps, the dog is ready to be stripped.Some grooming salons do not hand-strip, but it is a pity to ruin this wonderful little dog’s coat by running the clippers over it. Stripping takes time; the groomer must discuss this with the owner and charge accordingly.<\/p>\n
Equipment needed:<\/strong><\/em> Stripping knife, fine-toothed comb, slicker or pin brush, scissors.<\/p>\n
The coat could be rolled on a regular basis to keep the dog looking smart throughout the year.<\/p>\n